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Unit 2: How does physics help us to understand the world?
Quick questions on Scalars, vectors and resolution (VCE Physics Unit 2)
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What is graphical?Show answer
Place tail of second at head of first; resultant runs from tail of first to head of last.
What is components?Show answer
For a vector of magnitude $v$ at angle $\theta$ above the horizontal:
What is adding magnitudes of perpendicular vectors?Show answer
$3$ m east plus $4$ m north is $5$ m displacement, not $7$ m.
What is confusing speed and velocity?Show answer
Speed is the magnitude of velocity. A car turning at constant speed has changing velocity.
What is mixing degrees and radians on the calculator?Show answer
VCE Physics expects degrees unless specified.
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